#Grief is hard. And often lonely. Sometimes finding even one sentence that speaks directly to your experience at just the right time can help you to feel the dawn of comfort & connection to the world. I hope you'll find some of that comfort & connection here 💓

Suppressing trauma, trying to forget it, or trying to move on without processing it does not lead to healing. It makes it worse in the long term. And healing doesn't have to look magical or pretty. Recovery is hard, exhausting, and draining. So let yourself go through it. and

In every adult there lurks a child— an eternal child, something that is always becoming, is never completed, and calls for unceasing care, attention, and education. That is the part of the personality which wants to develop and become whole. Carl Jung #childwithin

Grief is our love with nowhere to go. Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide 🧡 Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

If you're not having fun, you're not learning. There's a pleasure in finding things out.

Disassociation is a self-defense mechanism that the brain uses when it cannot handle the current situation, or when it is attempting to process something painful. - UNKNOWN

A new week. Go well.

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While living in a hyper vigilant state there’s a fast paced vibe. Life feels rushed. There’s a constant need to be moving, talking fast & thinking ahead. Slowing down feels threatening. It’s not seen as safe, as a threat may be missed. BUT slowing down is how we heal.

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Panic attacks can be frightening. But there are things you can do during a panic attack that help, like breathing and grounding techniques. Read our guide: bit.ly/3YNWmfG

No one is born with skill. It is developed through exercise, through repetition, through a blend of learning and reflection that’s both painstaking and rewarding. And it takes time. Twila Tharp #skill #time

Often, people in grief feel isolated and hesitant to share their feelings, fearing they might burden others or that their loved one will be forgotten. By inviting them to talk and listening attentively, you provide a safe space for them to express their emotions and memories.

Here's your daily reminder to take a deep breath and be kind to yourself. 🫶

“I’m starting to learn that I don’t have to react to everything that bothers me; sometimes I just need to breathe, let it go, and protect my peace.” ~Unknown

It’s harder to regulate your emotions when your blood sugar isn’t stable. Eat more protein and less sugar and watch how much better you cope with stress and disappointment.

If you feel #attachment loneliness [the kind of loneliness that arises from longing for a partner], please know that it’s okay and it’s normal. Feeling your #loneliness and longing is part of being healthy.

When we run from feelings, we make them more powerful than they are. They look bigger, scarier, and more dangerous. But you are larger than any feeling. There are no feelings that you are not big enough to hold.

It's GCSE results day tomorrow; regardless of outcome, this can be really tough for any young person. YoungMinds have shared some ways you can support someone getting their results, by meeting them with understanding and care 🧵👇

We're so proud of you 💛 and if you need someone to talk to, we're here for you - 24/7. Call or text 988.